Travelling from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO): what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO). Explore the options for leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), two of the city's main airports.
Take a direct flight from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 22 minutes.
Reno is 2 hours behind Chicago. Reno/Tahoe International Airport is located in Reno, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is the most popular route. There are 12 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 21:30. Go for the first ORD to RNO departure operated by United at 08:55 if you want to get going earlier.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Chicago to RNO. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during busy periods like August, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When taking off from ORD, you can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport with American Airlines.
ORD is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
In search of a handy hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) has direct flights from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO).
Take a direct flight from Chicago to RNO with United. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of MDW.
You can get to MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 46 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Chicago to RNO? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RNO instead:
Getting from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to central Reno
Reno/Tahoe International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Reno. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 12 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 31 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
Rs30,807 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. Return flights start from Rs74,462. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Chicago to RNO.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport. July is the most popular month for a trip to Reno. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Reno is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Chicago to RNO in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Reno
After booking your flight from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reno:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Raymond L Smith Truckee River Walk, Nevada Museum of Art and New Virginia Street Bridge are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Reno itinerary.
Complete your Reno trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Chicago to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Reno. Check out the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.
